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Grand City Small Group Tour of Vancouver
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Grand City Small Group Tour of Vancouver

By Lawrence Tours
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Ages 5-99, max of 11 per group
Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter tour van
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Airport drop off after tour not available


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • I pick up at any hotel in downtown Vancouver, residential pick up is available please call 16047803474 to fine tune pick up times Pick up is out front of your downtown hotel, if you are staying in a hotel in Richmond take the Canada line to (Waterfront) station and exit at the convention centre route, pick up is in front of the Pan Pacific Hotel. If you are in Burnaby please call me for pickup at 16047803474
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Port of Vancouver cruise ship terminal
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41458P2

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
        • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 41458P2

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        • Lawrence Tours
          106
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          Joined in December 2016
        • wendyvX8549YE
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day trip
          Fantastic day with a very knowledge guide, The tour was amazing, we have a good time at the wineries that we visit , I highly recommend it.
          Written October 22, 2024
        • CatherineVanBC
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day trip
          Fantastic one day tour with a knowledge guide. We were picked up and dropped off at home. We were able to visit four places. The staff there were informative and friendly. All the wines were delicious! The highlights were feeding the chickens, the delicious light lunch, and learning about how mead is made. I can't recommend highly enough. This was a great day out. Be warned though, you will want to buy a bottle of everything you try - it's all so good!
          Written August 24, 2024
        • QueenofComp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Wineries
          What a great day! This was a fabulous tour of three wineries and one mead producer. Michael has a wealth of knowledge about the local area to share as you spend the day in his beautiful electric vehicle. The valley is bountiful with agricultural delights and gorgeous scenery. Take this tour- you’re in for an interesting and tasty experience.
          Written July 29, 2024
        • X1382KKtraceyr
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour
          This was a very informative, relaxing day. Really enjoyed the mine and cable car adventures. Michael was engaging and really knew lots of information about Vancouver.
          Written June 6, 2024
        • 343mendyk
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Super Day in Squamish!
          We had a wonderful day with Michael touring the Squamish region. Picked us up at the port with our luggage and spent the whole day touring the area. Weather turned out great and we had beautiful views from the gondola. We really enjoyed the mine tour and seeing Shannon Falls. Great lunch at the brewery. Michael has a very comfortable van with extra touches like umbrellas and blankets. He has so much knowledge and loves sharing his home. Highly recommend.
          Written June 6, 2024
        • lonniep470
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fraser valley wine tour A+
          We sure are glad we booked this Mike Lawrence took us on an amazing wine tour! What an awesome experience we highly recommend it!
          Written April 29, 2024
        • Safari43959872545
          0 contributions
          2.0 of 5 bubbles
          One of the best in Vancouver
          Good knowledge of wine and guiding guest with absolutely perfect choice of wine. looking forward to work with Fraser valley Winery.
          Written January 10, 2024
        • Fiorella S
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day Trip to Squamish
          Micheal was a great guide with a wealth of knowledge about the area. He went above and beyond to make the day fun and informative. It was an amazing day!
          Written September 21, 2023
        • H9954ALtomj
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nice views
          Very nice views. We took lots of pictures. Guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of insight but was a little too talkative for an introvert like me.
          Written September 8, 2023
        • kathleenh320
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Small group personal touch tour
          This tour operator is awesome. We did the Squamish tour. Michael was professional and so very knowledgeable. He picked us up at the cruiseport and took our bags to the hotel. He guided us all the way. His personal touches exceeded our expectations. Michael is a gem. His expertise on trails, plants, mining, city, etc. Is above the rest. His vehicle was very comfortable. If your looking for a personal guide to show you the sites of Vancouver, look up Michael. I can't say enough!
          Written August 8, 2023
        • Earl B
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day with Lawrence Tours
          Ourselves and our travel partners couple enjoyed a busy, very scenic, educational and enjoyable day with Micheal. We were picked up promptly at the cruise terminal at the agreed time, stopped by our hotel to drop bags off and headed north for a fun day exploring some of the local tourist spots. Michael was very courteous and knowledgeable, we all enjoyed the day immensely and would recommend Lawrence Tours to anyone visiting Vancouver.
          Written August 5, 2023
        • Sharon I
          0 contributions
          2.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nothing but a fancy ride
          This was a glorified taxi ride with a knowledgeable driver. We stopped at the beautiful Shannon Falls, then onto the Sea-to-Sky gondola. We were expecting to receive tickets for the ride. No you must purchase them. Then onto lunch on your own. Our next stop was the Britannia Mine museum. Again we had to pull our credit card out for admission to the event. We felt nickle and dimed. We were unaware "This Was an Ala Carte tour!" Nothing was included in this tour, but a fancy ride in a Mercedes van. I went back to read in small print the disclaimer of all exclusions. We were very disappointed and will never book again. When you book a tour, all venues listed should be covered completely.
          Written August 1, 2023
        • oliviaoborne
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          If you're considering this tour, go for it!
          Jaibel and I went on the Fraser Valley Wine Tour last week, and we had such an amazing time! We felt like VIP guests because not only did we get picked up and dropped off at our Airbnb in West Vancouver, but we also happened to be the only group who signed up for the tour that day (it was on a Tuesday). On our tour, we started by going to three beautiful wineries. We paid a 10$ tasting fee at each stop, and we got to try 4 wines for that price. We noted that each person we spoke to at the wineries was kind and passionate about their work! Most importantly, we appreciated how we were not made to feel less than because we knew nothing about wine. It was so lovely! Our tour guide, Michael, was also AMAZING! He was so knowledgeable and quite hilarious. We loved his stories and jokes. Since only two of us were on the tour, we finished early. So, Michael took us to a few extra stops, and we had a great time! More than that, Michael packed us a curated selection of charcuterie-style snacks to keep us full. We LOVED that. If you are considering this tour, go for it! We had such a great time.
          Written July 10, 2023
        • 234traceyp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Wine Tour
          What a great day we had enjoying the wine tour in Langley. Michael was a wonderful guide and pointed out sites and attractions during our comfortable drive. He took us to 4 different wineries, each one unique from the other. Ample time was given to enjoy the wines. This tour is well worth your time and money.
          Written June 17, 2023
        • Julie N
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Interesting and entertaining Squamish Day Trip
          Had a wonderful time today with Michael Lawrence. Lots of interesting and entertaining facts and info. Great ride in the sea to sky gondola and the panoramic sky bridge followed by a lovely little hike around the trail made easier and enjoyable with the loan of crampons by Michael. Short walk up to Shannon Falls followed by lunch @ The Hope Brewery in Squamish. Food and drinks good and also very reasonably priced. Spent the afternoon @ The Britannia Mine Museum which was very interesting and interactive. Make sure you wrap up as it gets cold in the tunnels and take something comfy to sit on for the Boom show at the end. Michael kindly provided us with those too! All in all a great day.
          Written April 30, 2023
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        kescun
        Lutherville, MD11 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2024 • Couples
        We had a terrific experience on our tour of Vancouver with Michael. He took us through a large number of areas and neighborhoods during the course of the day, and completely held our attention with his engaging manner and his incredible depth of knowledge. He is truly an outstanding guide, and he displays his very evident passion for his city very nicely. We learned a great deal, and we had fun! Michael, thank you for a great tour!!
        Written July 9, 2024
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        TPeyko
        San Ramon, CA2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Family
        Spent an amazing day exploring Vancouver with a very knowledgeable tour guide, Michael! He was a wealth of information, attentive to our needs and the ensured that our kids (14 &8) were both entertained, educated and engaged! 100% recommend this if you have a day to spend in Vancouver and want to see it all!
        Written June 20, 2024
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        Steven G
        15 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We were picked up at our hotel right on time. We were seated in a Mercedes passenger van that was comfortable and clean. Mike, the owner and tour guide, greeted us warmly and took us with two other couples on a full day tour of Vancouver. We got a full six hours of all the highlights of Vancouver on a personal style. The tour was informative and intimate; with every question answered in full. We learned about the history of Vancouver; from its settlers and founders to current residents and businesses. We traveled to Stanley Park to tour the park and learn about totem poles to vegetation and trees. We were offered a rest stop along the way. We also stopped at Granville Island, Olympic Village, Shaunessy neighborhood with explanations and history of all points. We got to choose a lunch spot not included in tour pricing, but very delicious. We learned about nature, history, architecture, food , customs. Also a visit to Chinatown and Gastown. We had extra and ample time to witness the steam clock and grab a souvenir. On Granville, we got to enter the public market and see Vancouvers highlight. Mike the operator and owner told jokes , but was delightful and professional. We totally recommend this tour to anyone that wants to experience Vancouver for the first time or revisit Vancouver in a different light. Thanks Mike for your knowledge ,courtesy , and respect. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and glad we went on this tour
        Written May 9, 2024
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        ElaineBh2o
        Concord, NH18 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2023 • Couples
        We took this tour in May 2023. The guide called and said he was going to be late because he was picking up another party at the cruise terminal and they were going to be late.

        Once we were picked up, he told us the other party had still not gotten off the ship and we were going to pick them up next. We waited in the cruise terminal for another 45 minutes before they arrived.

        Once we got going, it was fairly interesting, but in my opinion too long. Maybe that was due to a very slow start.

        We at lunch as a group in Granville island market at a restaurant the guide suggested. It was ok. The New England clam chowder was nothing like you’d get in New England.

        We went to an ice cream shop that had the “largest selection in the world”. We stopped at Stanley Park and saw the totems, drove through the park and saw various points there and also drove through the city. We went inside the Old Spaghetti Factory restaurant that has a unique streetcar inside.

        I think a 5 star rating is generous. The guide was ok. Not outstanding. I’ve had much more engaging guides than this one. Additionally, I think it was unacceptable to have us wait so long for the rest of our tour group to arrive. I understand he is trying to make a living, but if I were that late for a tour, I would expect the tour to leave without me.
        Written May 22, 2024
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        Pick up time at the cruise terminal is set for between 9-9:30am, these folks arrived at 8:30am at the terminal 45 mins ahead of schedule at 9:15 we had them and luggage on board tour start time is 10am at the pan pacific hotel which is were the cruise terminal is we waited til 10am for other clients and the guests that didnt arrive so we left at 10:10 after several calls to the other folks that didnt turn up, they werent happy with me throughout the tour.
        Written July 4, 2024
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        Juddo70
        Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2023
        Spent the day with Michael Lawrence seeing a great selection of the best sights to see in Vancouver. We were looking for a way to see more of Vancouver than what our legs would provide and were very happy to take advantage of Michael's local experience and vehicle to see more of Vancouver than what we could do on our own. We accompanied the tour with a lovely couple from Florida, USA and together we were able to have lunch and see what this great city can offer. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to see a lot of Vancouver under the guidance of very kind and gentle local tour guide.
        Written May 15, 2023
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        KSPAPERK
        Kennett Square, PA300 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sep 2023 • Friends
        After hearing about this tour from our friends, we booked it while in Vancouver after the Rocky Mountaineer. We were SO glad that we did! Michael is the owner and was our chauffeur and tour guide. His Mercedes Benz van was very comfortable for the 10 of us, and he is a great driver. The tour was to be about 5 hours, but it ended up being 7 hours. We saw so many interesting and beautiful Vancouver sights. Having lived there for over 30 years, Michael has the expertise about and love of Vancouver. He is an expert on plants, trees, building architecture, fishing, and history. You might think how can one person be an expert in so many areas. I don't know, but HE IS! What a wealth of information and such a memory for facts and dates and all kinds of tidbits of interesting information. Plus, he is a really nice guy! Very caring and empathetic, too. His personality shines through, and we all felt very comfortable. It was a long day, BUT...we saw it all in comfort and had a lot of fun! I highly recommend Michael and his company's tours. Ask him about the lures that he handcarves.
        Written September 24, 2023
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        Jeanne D
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Couples
        An outstanding tour of Vancouver with Mike, a driver with incredible knowledge of the history of the city and its residents. He also was full of information about the forest and landscape. The tour included all of the highlights of the city and a guided tour of many quaint stores and locations.
        Written May 14, 2024
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        chris j
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sep 2024 • Couples
        What a great tour !! Michael was a great guide ,took us to to so many interesting and beautiful places , recommended places to visit , good restaurants in the city etc . He is really knowledgeable and funny too !! Made our day very special . As there were only 4 of us in our group it was really nice to have a more personal touch . A fabulous 6 hours !!
        Written September 4, 2024
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        Traveler51473161570
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2024 • Couples
        I highly recommend this tour! My husband & I had the best time touring Vancouver with Mike & two other couples! Mike is so knowledgeable and made every minute of this five hour tour so much fun! It felt like we were with a friend who was showing us around the sights of the city. Mike picked us up at the cruise port on time and, as previously arranged, dropped us off at the airport at the end of the tour. Thanks again Mike for a wonderful day!
        Written August 18, 2024
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        Sandra C
        Finland37 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The guide Mike was very knowledgeable and took us on a 6+ hr tour of various areas of Vancouver. I especially enjoyed the drive around the suburb Shaughnessy and looking at the incredible houses. I had previously been to Stanley Park but still learnt much about the Totem Poles, the history of the park and just appreciated the enormity of the park. I would highly recommend this tour
        Written June 10, 2024
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